Gaios is the capital and main port of Paxos. According to legend it took its name from a student of Saint Paul who taught the Paxiots Christianity. This picturesque town is built on the leeward side of an enclosed and safe bay. The settlement's traditional architecture, the lush vegetation grows and the harbours deep blue waters give the town an idyllic painting like appearance.

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Lakka

Lakka is found at the northern most end of the island, approximately 8 km from Gaios. The village is built at the far end of an enclosed bay with luxuriant vegetation reaching down to the sea shore which together with the acquamarine water creates the illusion of a lake. You can swim on the beaches of Monodendri and Charami or take a small boat the small ports of Arkoudaki, Orko and Exolitharo. For the enthusiasts of water sports there is also a sailing club in Lakka.

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Longos

On the east coast of the island, in between Gaios and Lakka is the lovely village of Longos. It is roughly 5.5 km from Gaios and 2.5 km from Lakka and is located in a small bay.

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Ozias

Ozias is the island's second largest settlement, with traditional houses and a beautiful beach. It is located in the south-eastern end of the island, about 1.5 km from Gaios. After the boat-yard you can see the astonishing sight of the rocks worn away by the wind. You can swim from the village's beach or you can take the small bridge to the islet of Mogonisi. In Ozias you can find rooms or apartments to rent.

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Antipaxos

Antipaxos is about 3 nautical miles from Gaios. You can visit the island with one of the small boats that operate from Gaios. On the island you can discover some of the most beautiful beaches of Greece, with white sand, crystal waters and the lightest blue sea that you have ever seen. You can for a swim on the idyllic golden sandy beaches of Voutoumu, Vrika and Mesovrika. These three are listed among the ten best sandy beaches in the Mediterranean.

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Trips

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Sport & leisure

You can go for walks on the paths through the island's numerous olive groves or you can even undertake a tour of the island on foot or by bicycle.